The Sphinx Of Eaglehawk: A Tale Of Old Bendigo (1895)

By Rolf Boldrewood

Book Overview

The Sphinx of Eaglehawk is a historical novel written by Rolf Boldrewood in 1895. The story is set in the goldfields of Bendigo, Australia during the 1850s. The novel follows the life of a young miner named Jack, who is determined to strike it rich and make a name for himself in the goldfields. Along the way, he encounters a mysterious woman known as the Sphinx of Eaglehawk, who seems to have a hidden agenda. As Jack delves deeper into the world of gold mining, he soon realizes that there is more to life than just wealth and fame. The novel is a fascinating portrayal of life in the goldfields during the Victorian era, and it explores themes of love, greed, and betrayal. Boldrewood's vivid descriptions of the Australian landscape and the characters that inhabit it make this novel a must-read for anyone interested in Australian history and literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165764601
• ISBN13: 9781165764600
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 134 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"